Physician & Patient Tools

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GENERAL EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES

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Arthritis BC - a guide for patients in BC about arthritis and available resources in the community.

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Alberta Rheumatology - a Canadian resource for patients and medical professionals regarding all aspects of rheumatology

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American College of Rheumatology - not-for-profit, global medical organization that serves over 9,500 health professionals, in North America and abroad. 

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RheumInfo -  reliable information on the management of arthritis and musculoskeletal disorders

Osteoporosis Canada - Osteoporosis Canada is the world’s first organization dedicated to osteoporosis, the first to establish guidelines for long-term treatment and exercise, and the first to introduce fracture risk assessment.

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The Arthritis Society -  Canada’s largest source of research funding designed to fight the potentially devastating health effects of arthritis.   

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REGIONAL HEALTH SERVICES

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8-1-1 -  free-of-charge phone line that allows you to speak to a health service navigator and can help you find health the information and services you need

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bc211 -  non-profit organization that provides free information regarding social services in BC

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Living with a Complex Chronic Disease (CCD) - Information regarding management of Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Fibromyaligia, and symptoms attributed to Chronic Lyme Disease.

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Self-Management Programs for Pain - PainBC, Self-Management BC, PainImprovement

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Biosimilars In Canada - guide reviewed by Arthritis Research Canada which provides patients with inflammatory arthritis necessary information regarding potential treatment options.  

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